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Asthma is a condition that causes people to have trouble getting enough air to their lungs. An "asthma attack" is when you have trouble catching your breath. Some common triggers include:

Dust in your house

Tobacco smoke

Dirty air outside

Cockroach droppings

Pets

Mold

Hard exercise that makes you breath really fast

Some medicines

Bad weather

Some kinds of food

Even getting really excited, or feeling very made, sad or scared can cause an asthma attack.

Different kinds of medicine can help. Sometimes you'll use an inhaler, a little can of special air you squirt into your mouth as you breath in. Some contain "quick help" medicine that helps keep your asthma under control.

Your doctor can explain ore about your medications and how to use them. Remember: It's always OK to ask questions! Your doctor and pharmacists are here to help!